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title: "Project to increase knowledge and understanding of the experiences of ethnic minority employees working within NHS Dumfries and Galloway"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052905"
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buyer: "DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD"
published: "2025-07-07"
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# Project to increase knowledge and understanding of the experiences of ethnic minority employees working within NHS Dumfries and Galloway

Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052905

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## Summary

The Dumfries and Galloway Health Board, a body governed by public law, initiated a procurement process seeking services for a research project aimed at improving the experiences of ethnic minority employees within NHS Dumfries and Galloway. The project falls under the Miscellaneous services industry category and takes place in Dumfries and Galloway (UKM92). The procurement method employed was an open procedure, marking the latest procurement stage as an award, with the contract signed on 7th July 2025. The bid submission phase concluded on 9th June 2025, adhering to an electronic submission policy. The contract, valued at £18,500, is geared towards instigating cultural change and ensuring ethnic minority staff influence workplace adjustments positively.

This tender presents ample growth opportunities for businesses adept in research and consultancy, especially those specialising in cultural and organisational change. It provides a platform for entities capable of conducting comprehensive research into workplace experiences and developing actionable strategies that foster inclusive environments. The procurement process favoured quality over cost, highlighting an interest in top-tier expertise. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as entities capable of navigating diverse workforce dynamics, are effectively positioned to compete and contribute to much-needed cultural transformations within NHS Dumfries and Galloway. The awarded contract to Sleeping Giants - an SME, underscores the potential for similar businesses to engage in public sector projects, offering both visibility and influence.

## Notice

NHS Dumfries and Galloway are seeking quotations to support us to meet the aims of a funded research project to increase knowledge and understanding of the experiences of staff from ethnic minority communities working across Health and Social Care in Dumfries and Galloway in order to effect meaningful cultural change. The project will enable those with lived experience to have a direct voice to influence change, resulting in long lasting positive outcomes for ethnic minority staff across the workforce.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Dumfries and Galloway are seeking quotations to support us to meet the aims of a funded research project to increase knowledge and understanding of the experiences of staff from ethnic minority communities working across Health and Social Care in Dumfries and Galloway in order to effect meaningful cultural change. The project will enable those with lived experience to have a direct voice to influence change, resulting in long lasting positive outcomes for ethnic minority staff across the workforce.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037627-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,500 |
| Lots value | £18,500 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £18,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD |
| Locality | DUMFRIES |
| Post town | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Postcode | DG1 4AP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |
| Local authority | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Electoral ward | Nith |
| Westminster constituency | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Delivery location | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SLEEPING GIANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98300000 - Miscellaneous services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2025 at 07:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037627-2025
- 29 May 2025 at 14:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028535-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsdg.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000800162
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00065

## Provenance

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